Pros And Cons Of Buying A Nascarr

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Corporations utilize language, graphic imagery, emotional overtones, and implied promises not to just sell a product but to sell the viewer a lifestyle. I think most audiences are targeted by the way they look and the way they will respond to certain things. For example, going to NASCAR Speed Way they can be seen as using NASCAR drivers drinking that energy drink and those who go will want to drink it as well. Personally, I have seen how they promote the drinks and everyone seems excited while they’re getting a free sample. After trying the sample, it is more likely that the person will purchase it. Another way they target audiences is by bandwagon. They convince them that others are using that certain item and that they should be too. Like

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